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Economics

5 d. ago Trump praises ‘respectful’ Putin, criticises Zelensky ahead of crucial summit

The US president resurrected grievances with the Ukrainian leader, appearing to once again blame him for the war, and defended his decision to meet Putin without Zelensky.

Politics

7 d. ago Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin to meet for talks to end Ukraine war

The stage is set for a momentous meeting in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine.

Politics

8 d. ago Trump confirms he will meet Putin ‘very shortly’, but without Zelensky

It will be the first time Vladimir Putin has met a sitting US president since he launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Politics

8 d. ago Trump to meet Putin next week in Alaska, but without Zelensky

It will be the first time Vladimir Putin has met a sitting US president since he launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.

Politics

1 week ago Trump doubles India tariff as punishment for buying Russian oil

The US president, however, claimed progress on a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire and is said to be preparing to meet Russian leader Vladimir Putin face-to-face.

Politics